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Physical challenges for those looking for a bit more adventure in their life or want to challenge themselves physically.  The aim of these physical challenges are to inspire you to be a fitter, healthier person.

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How to Become a Ski Instructor

December 1, 2020 Rob Sayers 0

If your adrenalin rush in life comes from spending a couple of weeks traversing the slopes on white powder then maybe a future in ski [Read More…]

Should I go Skiing or Snowboarding?

November 17, 2020 Rob Sayers 0

There’s snow on the mountains, you have some cash and feel in the mood for a spot of snow sports. But which to choose – [Read More…]

3 e-bikes on the glacier haute route in the French Alps

New E-Bike tour launches from Crans-Montana – The Glacier Haute Route

September 29, 2020 Rob Sayers 0

The Swiss Alpine resort of Crans-Montana is the host and starting location for a new e-bike tour from specialist guiding company, e-Alps. Exploring the UNESCO [Read More…]

sea kayaking along the coast

Sea Kayaking

August 18, 2020 Rob Sayers 0

Instead of kayaking on lakes or rivers, a sea kayak is designed to be more stable in the swell of the sea. You get the [Read More…]

Parascending

Parascending and Parasailing

August 3, 2020 Rob Sayers 0

Parascending and Parasailing is where you are harnessed to a parachute and winched into the air by being towed behind a boat or vehicle like [Read More…]

Outdoor Team Building Activities

June 9, 2020 Rob Sayers 0

This revised Outdoor Team Building Activities guide contains hundreds of team building activities with step by step instructions. Outdoor team building activities are a great [Read More…]

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Parkour – A Guide to Free Running

May 24, 2020 Rob Sayers 0

Parkour is a rapidly expanding urban sport which is based around free running, where people climb, swing and jump from one obstacle to another. The [Read More…]

Beautiful Landscapes and gorges for canyoning

Canyoning Tours in France

May 22, 2020 Rob Sayers 0

Canyoning (also known as canyoneering) is travelling in canyons using a variety of techniques that may include walking, scrambling, climbing, jumping, abseiling, and sometimes swimming. [Read More…]

Sandboarding at Sandmaster Park

Sandboarding

May 19, 2020 Rob Sayers 0

Sandboarding gives you the rush of boarding on sand, as opposed to snowboarding on snow. And if you think it won’t be fast, you’ll want [Read More…]

Solo Woman Sitting Looking at a view in the Mountains

5 Tips For Women Hiking Alone

April 29, 2020 Rob Sayers 0

Hiking solo is a splendid chance for inner growth and introspection. There are many advantages of hitting the trail alone such as: quietness on the [Read More…]

Ordnance Survey Maps and Games

Ordnance Survey Map Reading Games

April 28, 2020 Rob Sayers 0

Ordnance Survey Maps are used in the UK for hiking and exploring, but did you know about the great adventure challenges and OS map reading [Read More…]

Teen boy jumping off rope swing over water

How to Make the Best Rope Swing in the World

April 16, 2020 Rob Sayers 0

A Rope swing is such a versatile source of fun. Tie a rope to the branch of a tree and you can happily swing about [Read More…]

Woman enjoying outdoor activities in the mountains

Outdoor Activities List

April 8, 2020 Rob Sayers 0

This is the most comprehensive outdoor activities list with examples of recreational activities and hobbies for adults, teens, kids and families.  Some of the outdoor [Read More…]

Mountain boarding over a jump

Mountain Boarding

April 7, 2020 Rob Sayers 0

Mountain boarding is an extreme sport that is like skateboarding off road, hence it also being known as all terrain boarding or land boarding. What [Read More…]

student woman running at Cardiff University

How to Start Running

March 27, 2020 Rob Sayers 0

You may have a tatty old pair of running shoes, or you may have the latest Nike running shoes, but are you using them for [Read More…]

Women at a fitness bootcamp providing group training

Outdoor Bootcamps and Training vs Gym Experience

February 8, 2020 Rob Sayers 0

outdoor I keep hearing about outdoor bootcamps in parks across the country and wanted to find out why exercising in a group would be preferable [Read More…]

Fitness motivation through group running

How a Social Running Group Motivated me to go from Couch to 10K

January 15, 2020 Rob Sayers 0

In May 2018 I am running my first 10 km race. This is totally down to the motivation from running with a group of like [Read More…]

Sailing jobs

Get Paid to Experience the Freedom of Sun, Sea and Sailing Jobs

January 6, 2020 Rob Sayers 0

With the wind in your hair and a deep tan all over your body, imagine spending your days in the sun, sailing the deep blue [Read More…]

Family of elephants on safari holiday

Safari Holidays

January 4, 2020 Rob Sayers 0

Safari holidays; it’s all just sitting in a jeep looking at animals isn’t it? Not if it’s planned properly. Luxury safari holidays can be tailored [Read More…]

Spiritual adventures for women

5 Spiritual Adventures to Challenge the Mind and Body

January 3, 2020 Rob Sayers 0

Travelling is a great way to relax, disconnect, get in touch with great history and culture, explore amazing cuisine, and challenge the mind and body. [Read More…]

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